Originally Posted by
Turnbase
Good morning all.
Just wanted to through this question out to all of you.
I'm not sure why people make such a big deal over people who go through "pay for training" programs. I myself haven't had to do this but, I would have if that's what it took to realize my goals.
I have been warned about PFT from friends of mine that fly for airlines. Other than the romantic picture or some young guy/girl washing airplanes for flight time, or the CFI who spends years paying dues before moving on, I don't see what difference it would really make. Experienced gained is experienced gained right?
We all had to pay for our ratings, whats the difference between that and paying to fly right seat? You paid for the ratings in order to become qualified to fly, why not pay for right seat time in order to become qualified for a job you want?
Just wondering why it's so frowned upon?
Cheers,
-A
You buy a position as opposed to earning it and can't understand the difference? It may work for you or others, it may not. It will depend on where you are trying to get hired and who's making the hiring decisions. I'd take the earner over the buyer 100% of the time...(not presently on any hiring boards, however). Roll the bones.
